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SHPL- JUST FOR CHILDREN
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Make a splash with the Summer Reading Program and a lot of great
activities for kids this Summer!
Looking for Star Wars Day pics? They are not ready yet, but check
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Summer Reading 2010
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Click
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see the library calendar of events.
For comprehensive information about the Summer Reading Program, click
here.
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Congratulations Ms. Judy!
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 Judy
Kotulis, longtime Youth Services Supervisor, was recently awarded the
Michigan Library Association Youth Services Award of Merit. Kotulis was
selected by a panel of children’s librarians from around the state for the
award which recognizes a member of the Michigan Library Association’s
Children’s Services Division who has made an outstanding contribution to
library service to children in a Michigan community
“The thing that really stood out about Judy though was that
there was no single thing,” said Holly Kirsten, selection committee
chairwoman. “One librarian was nominated for starting a special collection
at her library. Another was nominated for successfully leading her
department through a move into a new building, but Judy did all that and
more over the years.” Kotulis, known as Ms. Judy to her little patrons, said
winning the award was “awesome.”
“I love what I do,” she said. “I never could have imagined
winning an award for something I love to do so much.”
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Click here
to see photos from Youth Services events |
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Pokemon fans: This program is just for you!
bring your cards, games and other paraphernalia to show, tell and trade.
This is a time for you to meet other fans, play your games and talk about
all things Pokemon. Yu-Gi-Oh fans: You're welcome to bring your cards and
games to Pokemon Time, too! Snacks are provided and caregivers are welcome.
Sessions include:
Saturday: Aug. 21, 2-4 p.m.
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Ocean of Fun
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Ventriloquist Richard Paul will
perform for families on Monday, July 26 at 7 p.m. Join us for comic
antics and puppetry fun.
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Gaming Time
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We all know board and card games
are a fun way to pass the time or fill a rainy day. But did you know these
games can actually help children develop skills they need to succeed in
school and in life’s social situations? Learn how with gaming expert Mike
Werner of Mike’s Comics & Games. Mike will bring a wide variety of fun and
interesting games to play and will be on hand to offer tips and advice.
Two sessions will be offered from 11 a.m. -2 p.m. on July
27 and Aug. 10.
Drop by and play!
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Kalamazoo Nature Center
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Make a splash into the fascinating stories of our Great
Lakes. Dan Keto of the Kalamazoo Nature Center will be our guide to learn
facts about our Great Lakes on Wednesday, July 28 at 11 a.m. For
children 4 and older.
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Children's Movies
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Monday, Aug. 2 at 6:30 p.m. :
“Surf ’s Up” (85 min.)
Tuesday, Aug. 3 at 11 a.m.:
“Mickey’s Big Splash,” four shorts totalling 90 minutes for the younger
crowd. Bring your pillow and blanket. Come for one or stay for all.
Tuesday, Aug.3 at 2:30 p.m.: “Free Willy: Escape from
Pirates Cove” (102 min.)
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Water Wonderland with Genot Picor
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Join us Monday, Aug. 9 at 7 p.m. for a musical cruise
of the Great Lakes. Stories, songs, and interactive fun for the whole
family.
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Scavenger Hunt
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What a great way to wind down the
summer. Head to the library for a scavenger hunt Wednesday, Aug. 11 from
9:30 a.m. -8 p.m. Have some silly fun answering questions from the form
you pick up at Youth Services. Prizes will be awarded for completing the
hunt.
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 Children
and pets have a special bond because animals do not judge, correct, or
interrupt a reader. Our specially certified dogs
will welcome readers on Tuesdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Program dates
are
July 20 and 27;
and Aug. 3 and 10. It will be first-come, first-served and each child will read
for a 15-minute interval.
This is a child and pet ONLY program. Caregivers are invited to stay within
the Youth Services area. Your child is welcome to bring their own book or
select one from our cart. The program is held in the Storytime Room. Stop by
the reference desk when you arrive to pick up your sign-in number.(
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Read about our wonderful Paws for
Reading program below. Here's a chance to meet our favorite Paws Dogs. Click
on the dog's picture for a larger image. Thank you to our of our dogs and
their handlers.
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